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7. That I'm not sure. I think states would have to change their tax laws. My state will for sure in deference to trump,

Tue May 27, 2025, 10:44 PM

May 27

if for no other reason.

While I despise trump, think it’s hard to oppose this, unless we say “why not make it a $50,000 deduction?”

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Oh my! Those tax free tips for the food service industry? [View all] imanamerican63 May 27 OP

$25,000 deduction applies to cash, credit card, and debit card tips. Silent Type May 27 #1

on the other hand, they lose earnings WhiteTara May 27 #2

No they don't. They still have to report tips and pay FICA. Silent Type May 27 #3

Oh. I didn't realize it was just federal WhiteTara May 27 #5

Guessing in a lot of places Mountainguy May 27 #4

I always pay my bill w/ a credit card Chuuku Davis May 27 #6